New York University Abu Dhabi

Undergrad Profile

New York University—the largest private research university in the United States—is an urban university with a network of campuses worldwide.

AT A GLANCE

Founded: 1831

Location: New York, New York; Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; and Shanghai, China

Affiliation: Private, nonsectarian

Member: Association of American Universities

Accreditation: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools; graduate and professional accrediting agencies recognize degrees in all categories.

Schools and Colleges (New York):• College of Arts and Science • College of Dentistry • Gallatin School of Individualized Study • Leonard N. Stern School of Business • Liberal Studies • Rory Meyers College of Nursing • School of Professional Studies • Silver School of Social Work • Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development • Tandon School of Engineering • Tisch School of the Arts

NYU’s 25,700 undergraduates benefit from extraordinary liberal arts curricula, research opportunities, and an extensive professional network.

NYU in New York CityGreenwich Village is NYU’s neighborhood, and New York City is an extension of NYU’s campus. The world capital of finance, communication, and culture, New York City offers the best in theater, dance, music, film, libraries, museums, and galleries. Here you can access internships that complement course work and professional goals. NYU’s alumni network of nearly half a million and affiliations with corporations, government agencies, and social institutions will help you launch a successful career.

NYU Abu DhabiNYU Abu Dhabi blends global academic experiences with a liberal arts, sciences, and engineering curriculum. In Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s most dynamic cities, you will conduct research, volunteer, intern, and travel in the region and throughout NYU’s global network.

NYU ShanghaiNYU’s comprehensive liberal arts campus in China’s financial and commercial capital gives you access to Asia’s top companies, media outlets, and museums for class trips and professional opportunities. As at the other two campuses, you’ll gain an academic foundation in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences before focusing on your major.Global academic centersYou may also study away at one of NYU’s global academic centers in Accra, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Florence, London, Madrid, Paris, Prague, Sydney, Tel Aviv, or Washington, DC.Life at NYUYour NYU experience takes on the shape of the life you want. Beginning with Welcome Week, you’ll join clubs, volunteer in the community, find jobs and internships—and just like that, you’ll become part of the NYU community.

NYU housing is guaranteed for all four years in student residences that range from traditional dormitories to high-rise apartment buildings, depending on your home campus.

AdmissionAdmission to NYU is highly selective. The Admissions Committee reviews each application holistically, evaluating many factors that include your academic record, a combination of standardized test scores, letters of evaluation, and your personal statements and essay. The committee also reviews your talents, personal attributes, and goals. For details, visit admissions.nyu.edu.